Even if it were legitimate to add these two price reductions together, these spokespersons would still be misrepresenting the facts, since they have failed to add in on the positive side the benefits of the 2.8% or 32 million gallon increase in Ireland's quota which was part of Agenda 2000. That quota increase valued at the price being paid currently for restructured milk quota is €45 million per annum. However, this benefit has been ignored by those who are intent on distortion to suit their misguided purposes. I use the word "misguided" because it is far from clear who benefits from distortion of the facts. The confidence of Irish farmers, and particularly young people contemplating a career in farming, can be severely dented by such distortions. It is disheartening that those who should show leadership in agriculture seem intent on spreading despondency and despair.